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P1242 Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations)

8 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 7 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainFuelOBD2

Chevrolet

1 interpretation
P1242
Injector 7 - circuit malfunction Chevrolet · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected improper operation of the Injector 7 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • injector
  • ECM

Honda

1 interpretation
P1242
Throttle Valve Control Motor Circuit 2 Malfunction Honda · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected improper operation of the Throttle Valve Control Motor Circuit 2. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Honda.

Jaguar

1 interpretation
P1242
Sensor power supply - high input Jaguar · engine Data confidence 80%

The control module detected that the Sensor power supply signal stayed above the expected range. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Jaguar.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • MAP sensor
  • TP sensor

MINI

1 interpretation
P1242
Secondary Upstream Manifold Air Pressure Sensor Too High in Deceleration MINI · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the Secondary Upstream Manifold Air Pressure value was above the expected limit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by MINI.

Mitsubishi

1 interpretation
P1242
Engine RPM input - range/performance problem Mitsubishi · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module judged the Engine RPM input behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Mitsubishi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • ECM

Porsche

1 interpretation
P1242
Fuel Injector Cylinder 6 Porsche · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Fuel Injector Cylinder 6 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Porsche.

VAG

2 interpretations
P1242
Injector 6 - open circuit VAG · fuel Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Injector 6 circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring open circuit
  • injector
Applies to Audi
P1242
Fuel Injector for Cylinder 6 (N84): Open Circuit VAG · fuel Data confidence 88%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Fuel Injector for Cylinder 6 (N84) circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Volkswagen Group tools also report it as fault code 17650. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

  • MIL On
  • Poor engine performance

Possible causes

  • Fuse for injector
  • Wiring harness issue
  • Failed injector
  • Failed ECM

Recommended checks

  • Inspect fuse for injector
  • Inspect wiring to and from injector, see repair manual
Applies to Volkswagen

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How to read P1242

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

242

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1242

What does P1242 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (8 interpretations). The control module detected improper operation of the Injector 7 circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Chevrolet.

Is P1242 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1242 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: Chevrolet, Honda, Jaguar, MINI, Mitsubishi, Porsche, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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